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Who We Serve

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WHO WE SERVE

We provide nonprofit legal services with respect to the following:

  • Public charity rules and regulations
  • Private foundation rules and regulations
  • Governance
  • Commercial and entrepreneurial activities
  • Risk management
  • Fundraising counsel
  • Nonprofit organizational relationships
  • Charter Schools
  • International philanthropy
  • Annual reporting
  • Social enterprise
  • Contract drafting and review
  • Compensation
  • Presentations and trainings for boards and staff
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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

Ellis was extremely knowledgable in her work for "For Thine is the Glory, Inc" regarding obtaining 501c3 designation. She was exceptionally responsive, quick to do her research and work, was clear in her writing, and just a pleasure to work with.
Bill FarrellChairman of the Board, For Thine is the Glory
Ms. Carter is a knowledgeable, experienced attorney in the area of non-profit organizations. She has provided counsel on the myriad of issues that affect directors of nonprofits for several organizations with whom I am or have been affiliated. These include governance, legal requirements vs. good corporate practice, taxation and ethics. Ms. Carter is personable and establishes relationships based on trust with Board, staff and community representatives. I would not hesitate to give Ms. Carter my highest recommendation.

FEATURED BLOG POSTS

  • HR 9721: What the Proposed Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act Means for Sponsors and Sponsored Projects

    The Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act, a new federal bill, would impose reporting requirements on fiscal sponsors for the first time, and it has already moved further than most nonprofit legislation gets. Representative Lloyd Smucker introduced the Fiscal Sponsorship Transparency Act of 2026 (HR 9721) on July 16, 2026, and the House Ways and Means Committee

  • IRS Whistleblower Alert Targets Grant Misuse by Tax-Exempt Organizations

    On April 17, 2026, the IRS issued a Whistleblower Alert flagging the misuse, diversion, or fraudulent use of federal funds and grants by tax-exempt organizations, individuals, and businesses. Whistleblower Alerts are a relatively new tool the IRS is using to spotlight high-risk areas and invite tips from people with direct knowledge of noncompliance. What does

  • 501(c)(7) Social Clubs: Formation, Nonmember Income, and the Investment Income Trap

    Arizona has no shortage of golf clubs, country clubs, yacht clubs, and athletic and dining clubs organized as tax-exempt social clubs under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(7). Unlike a 501(c)(3) charity, a social club exists to serve its members, not the public, and it is funded by dues rather than donations. That difference changes the

Who We Serve